CONCERNS are mounting over the future of the historic Portsea Pier as no immediate action was being taken to repair a damaged section of the 144-year-old structure. The top end of the L-shaped wooden pier has remained closed to the public after being impacted by a severe storm on 2 September with no plans announced by Parks Victoria to repair it. Locals have expressed concern about the pier’s long-term preservation and whether the section of the pier could be lost forever if left neglected.Chair of the Royal Historical Society of Victoria’s heritage committee Professor Charles Sowerwine expressed his concern, noting…
Sunday, January 5
